Fever 1793, Ch. 19-23

Front

Who wakes Mattie up that frightens her?

Back

Two thieves.

Front

What is a synonym for 'dangerous'?

Back

Forbidding.

Front

What does Mattie decide to do with Nell after talking with Mother Smith?

Back

She is going to bring Nell to the orphan house.

Front

What is a synonym for 'traitor'?

Back

Turncoat.

Front

What is a secondary cause of death for Philadelphians who stayed after the market closed?

Back

Starvation.

Front

What is the main theme of 'Fever 1793'?

Back

Survival during a yellow fever epidemic.

Front

Who is the main character in 'Fever 1793'?

Back

Mattie Cook.

Front

What illness is central to the plot of 'Fever 1793'?

Back

Yellow fever.

Front

What does the term 'epidemic' mean?

Back

A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community.

Front

What role does Mother Smith play in the story?

Back

She provides guidance and support to Mattie and Nell.